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Well *claps* here we go again. Here's what I found out about this day and my family. I was 7 months and 4 days old when this happened. I was born in Brookyln, New York so expect where this is going. Ever since this day...I was always afraid to go to school because of the towers falling and exploding. My mom was originally going to work there on the....10th floor on the second tower (left) but thank the good lord she didn't go because I wouldn't be able to have a sister. 4 years later my dad and his company he was working for before we moved (he's a supervisor for construction) he went to the site and had to clean it all up. Every time he came back from work, we would see him either cry, get tired, or even both. It made my anxiety worsen every year due to what happened 22 years ago and the only thing I was told was I was at a Burger King eating fries with my dad while mom was at the store....I'm not even lying nor imagining it...I was told by my parents, so I had to believe them. So I want to do at least 5 prayers for what happened today. Would you like to join me?
Prayer 1: Fallen Families:
Dear Father,
We come together to lift up and pray for the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives on September 11th. Lord, their lives will never be forgotten, and our hearts go out to those who lost someone dear from the events of that day. Those left behind were robbed of such important and valuable people, Lord. Please comfort them as this anniversary returns yet again. Be present among them in their grief, and Lord, we pray that those surrounding them would offer kindness where they can. That they would be able to celebrate the precious lives of those who died with honor. May sweet memories of good times be shared and recalled, and may there be a sense of peace in knowing they do not grieve their loss alone. Please be bless them with Your love this day.
In Jesus Name,
Amen
Prayer 2: Survivors:
`Dear Heavenly Father,
So many were killed due to the terrorist attacks on 9/11, but others were left with life-altering injuries and long-term mental effects. For the survivors, we pray this day for comfort. What they endured and witnessed was traumatizing and distressing; Lord, we pray for continued healing for their bodies and hearts. We pray that what was intended in pure evil would not have the final word upon these survivors. We pray that You would surround them and pour out Your Spirit upon them. Lord, we pray that their stories, their experiences, and what they have seen will be used to inspire healing and peace in the time to come. They are strong individuals, and they deserve our respect. Please help them as this date passes again, and Lord, we thank You that they are here to live among us.
In Jesus Name,
Amen
Prayer 3: The Memory of the Lost Ones:
Dear Lord,
Help us never to forget the memory of those lost to the events of 9/11. Lord, they did not die in vain, and we pray with genuine and sincere hearts that their legacies would go on to endure. We think of the courageous souls of Flight 93, who fought back towards the hijackers to spare more lives, giving the ultimate sacrifice in doing so. Lord, we pray for the memories of those who lost their lives to rescue, help, and save others, such as the firefighters, the police, and the civilians who offered a hand. May their bravery be remembered and not just a footnote in history books. And Lord, we pray for the innocent victims who were killed that heartbreaking day. We thank You for each and every single one of their lives. We thank You for the mark they left on this earth, and we celebrate the impact they had on us as friends, family, and neighbors. Even if we did not know them personally, they mattered to the story of our world, and we thank You for them. Help us not to lose sight with time of these souls; help us become ever mindful that they were made in Your image and that their lives held such great value. Help their stories to be told again and again, and may we feel pushed to share them with those who were not even alive on September 11, 2001, so that they too may come to admire and respect the fallen. We sincerely ask that the memories of those who have passed on would not be erased from this age.
In Jesus Name,
Amen
Prayer 4: Our Nation:
My Lord,
We pray for our nation as a whole this September 11th. September 12th was met with unity and grief that we all shared. It is still something we share as a people; it is a reminder of how fragile and precious life truly is. Lord, we pray for peace and unity in our nation today. We pray that Your Spirit would pour out among us and that through and by You, there would be a common heart, a common goal, and a common desire for peace and kindness towards one another. Let us not lose sight of what is important in this life and help us love one another as You truly love us. Lord, we pray for our leaders today. We pray that You would give them wisdom and discernment as they tackle events and dilemmas as they unfold. We pray that You would inspire this nation to be a nation under God, one that seeks to glorify, honor, and praise You. This is our heart’s desire, Lord. We desire to be Your people, and we strive to have peace. This nation has so much to offer, and Lord, we pray for our nation to truly be a City on a Hill.
In Jesus Name,
Amen
Prayer 5: Bringing Peace to our world:
Dear Jesus,
We pray for peace in our world. It is clear that so much of this world is full of chaos and hate, but we know that is not of You. Lord, we pray that there would be a new heart and mindset in the people of this world that would not be of destruction and madness but of kindness and a sound mind and heart. We pray that this world in every nation would desire peace with their fellow man and that the love of the Lord would be ever-present. We know that such a prayer is a lofty one, but Lord, we also know that You can do infinitely more than all we could ask for or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). We have not forgotten how You changed the heart of even leaders like Nebuchadnezzar, and Lord, we know you are the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow (Hebrews 13:8), so boldly we pray for our world to come to a place of peace.
We pray this in Jesus Name,
Amen
If you read either one or all of these prayers God will take care of the ones who lost their lives this day and help the families, friends, and first responders that were around this day. Whether involved or not, God will take care of you and everyone that's with you. Thank you Lord for helping us go through the loss of others and bringing back peace into others hearts and souls to cherish it for the rest of their lives. In Jesus Name,
Amen